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Clinical Medical Technician with Externship

ID : 36980

Description: The Clinical Medical Technician program is designed to prepare students to function as professionals in multiple healthcare settings. Medical technicians with a clinical background perform various clinical tasks including assisting with the administration of medications and with minor procedures, performing an EKG electrocardiogram, obtaining laboratory specimens for testing, educating patients, and phlebotomy. Job opportunities are prevalent with physician’s offices, clinics, chiropractor’s offices, hospitals and outpatient facilities.

This program also includes the online study guide, CCMA, CET, and CPT practice exam, and a voucher to pursue the National Healthcareer Associations (NHA) Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, Certified EKG Technician Exam, and Certified Phlebotomy Technician Exam.

Program also includes an optional clinical externship at a local healthcare provider! Additional fees may apply for a background check, drug test and other externship site testing requirements. Fees will be paid by the student at the time of placement in the optional externship.

The purpose of the Clinical Medical Technician program is to prepare students to assist physicians and nurses by performing functions related to the clinical aspects of a medical office, included but not limited to phlebotomy and EKG duties. This program covers the following key areas and topics:

Process and procedures for collecting blood specimens for laboratory analysisAll aspects of blood collection and related proceduresThe order of drawUniversal precautionsSkills to perform venipunctures completely and safelyTerminology and related anatomy and physiologyClinical responsibilities of the medical office – assisting the physician with patient related carePreparing patients for examination and treatment, routine procedures and diagnostic testingHIPAA, patient confidentiality, legal aspects of healthcare and regulatory patient care issues Recording and taking of vital signs, blood pressure, and other patient care items related to the physician office visitReview and administration of medications, allergies and other pharmacology related itemsLaboratory procedures, phlebotomy and the proper techniques required to collect specimens for laboratory analysisCardiology and the proper placement of leads when taking a 12 lead EKG Detailed anatomy and physiology of the heartMedical disease processes and terminologyMedical ethics and legal aspects of patient contactElectrocardiography and echocardiographyAn introduction to the components, function, and proper use of the EKG machineThe normal anatomy of the chest wall for proper lead placement12-lead placement and other practices

This course focuses on career planning, enhancing resume writing, and improving interviewing skills for those seeking employment.Part One of the course, "Tailoring Resumes and Cover Letters for a Perfect Fit," will help learners craft a resume that is targeted, elegant, and effective. Part Two, "Interviewing Skills: Make the Right Impression," focuses on the preparation job candidates need in advance of an interview, and on the five stages of the interview process. Part Three, "Interviewing Skills: Ace Those Tough Questions," helps learners formulate winning answers to difficult interview questions before they walk into the interviewing room.

Instructor Description: This program is supported by an expert educational mentor, Patrice Arevalo. Patrice has a degree in medical assisting from The Career College of Northern Nevada as well as a degree in dental assisting from the Community College of the Air Force. She is available to provide guidance and motivation for learners throughout the duration of this program. As an expert mentor, she will provide answers to learner questions, monitor learner's program progression, and review lesson and program quiz/test results.